Thai Antique Bronze Figure of Ksitigarbha and Demons Beautiful and unusual antique Thai gilt bronze figure of the Bodhisatva Ksitigarbha, called the Bodhisatva of Hell Beings because of his vow: "If the Hell is not empty, I will not attain Buddhahood". He is dedicated to revealing all the secrets of the teachings of Buddha to all sentient beings whether they be on earth or in Hell...

A nice set of 6 graduated Burmese HINTHA BIRD OPIUM WEIGHTS. The tallest measures 4.5" high. Heavy weight.

This ancient "Boat Money", also called Lat money, is similar to Tiger Tongues and from the same area: Lan Chang Kingdom of Southeast Asia (Thailand & Laos today, back then Siam). Instead of the bumps seen on Tiger Tongues, boat money has a depression in the top and looks more like a boat, hence the name. Boat money was first issued in the 16th century. In 1707, Lan Chang divided into the two kingdoms of Luang Prabang and Vientiane...

A small Sino-Tibetan bronze figure seated in meditation atop a lotus pedestal, with copper plated base impressed with a double vajra consecration mark. The robes on the figure are incised with repeating double happiness symbols.

Dimensions: 1 7/8" x 3" h

Gilt bronze Buddha seated with serene expression. Intricate metal granulation on drapery and throne. Details of red lacquer on tiered trapezoidal seat. Thailand.

Early 19th century

Dimensions: 7" high

A divine, smiling SHAN STATE BRONZE BUDDHA subduing Mara position, sitting on a high stepped throne. Good condition overall, has some naturally formed verdigris patina and very little soil remnants. Size: height 16 cm x width at base 9.5 cm. (6 1/4" x 3 3/4"). Very fine Buddha statue!

Bronze Buddha from Sino Tibetan tradition. Wonderful details on the robe with inscription on back. Buddha sits on a wooden stand. Provenance: From the William Ashby Estate.

Dates Early to Mid 19th century

Dimensions: 5"(without stand) X 3.25" X 2.25" (6" with Stand)

Statue of Buddha, in meditation posture ("dhyana mudra") sitting cross-legged on an elevated throne. Bronze, with green patina. Thailand, Dvaravati period, 7th-9th century. Height: 12.9 cm. Good condition.

A Shan State Bronze seated Buddha on a Throne with unusual hand position. 17/18th Century. Excavated from a Stupa and shows remnants of soil and a naturally formed patina. Good condition overall. Size 15 cm x 4 cm (6" x 1.5"). RARE!

A serene, excavated Bronze Shan State Buddha seated and subduing Mara position. This very old item was excavated from a Stupa and has remnants of soil as well as a naturally formed patina. Very good condition. Size 11.5 cm x 8.5 cm (4.5" x 3.5").

A fine excavated 17/18th Century Bronze GANESH, seated. Most likely of Shan State origin, Burma. Beautiful naturally formed patina with turquoise accents. The Ganesha is adorned on both sides. Size 10 cm x 9 cm (4" x 3.5")

A 12/13th Century LOPBURI KHMER STANDING BUDDHA PACIFYING THE OCEAN. Size: height 29.5 cm x width 10 cm x depth 5 cm. Origin: From a vast, private collection of a Thai family (3 generations).

An unusual 17th Century crowned JAMBUPATI BRONZE SHAN BUDDHA. Good condition. Size: height 34 cm x depth 9.5 cm x width 12.5 cm (13.5" x 3.75" x 5"). Origin: From a vast, private collection of a Thai family (3 generations).

A fine example of a SERENE BRONZE UTONG (Na Num) BUDDHA SUBDUING MARA. Origin: from an important, vast and ancient Thai Family Private Collection of Period/Original Buddhist Sculptures. Size: height 30 cm x 15 cm (12" x 6").( Thai measurement knee to knee 13 cm.).RARE!

A very beautiful and rare SUKKOTHAI BRONZE BUDDHA, SUBDUING MARA. VERY SERENE BUDDHA WITH A SLIGHT SMILE. THIS TYPE OF BUDDHA IS VERY DIFFICULT TO FIND NOWADAYS. Origin: from an important, vast and ancient Thai Private Collection of Period/Original Buddhist Sculptures. Size: height 42 cm x 26 cm (16.5" x 10") (Thai measurement from knee to knee 22 cm.)

A very rare Bronze Sukkothai Walking Buddha on a Lotus pedestal. Origin: from an important, vast and ancient Thai private Collection of Period/Original Buddhist Sculptures. Size: height 62 cm. including base x 15 cm shoulder to shoulder (24" x 6"). Extremely hard to find!

A very rare 18th Century Bronze Buddha from Laos subduing Mara. Size: height 48 cm x 27 cm (18.75" x 10.5") (Thai measurement from knee to knee: 21 cm.) Very good condition, heavy, no repairs whatsoever. Origin: from an important, vast ad ancient Thai Private Collection of Period/Original Buddhist Sculptures.

A Bronze CHIENGSAEN SINGH 1 Bronze Buddha 17/18th Century, Lanna, with mother of pearl inlaid eyes. Position: subduing Mara. Good condition, no repairs. Size: height 41 cm x 29.5 cm (16" x 12") (Thai measurement knee to knee: 23 cm.). Origin: from an important, vast and ancient Thai Private Collection of Period/Original Buddhist Sculptures.